Heavenly Hello Dolly Bars: Your Ultimate Sweet Treat Fix

Indulge in Hello Dolly Bars, a delightful mix of chocolate, coconut, and pecans atop a buttery graham cracker crust.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 38

Cooling Time 2

Total Time 2 55

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Desserts

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust

½ cup melted salted butter Greases the baking pan for easy removal; cooking oil spray works as a non-dairy alternative.
1½ cups graham cracker crumbs Forms the buttery base; substitute with vanilla wafer crumbs for a unique taste.
¼ cup granulated sugar Sweetens the crust; use brown sugar for a hint of molasses flavor.

For the Layers

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Adds rich chocolate flavor; can also be made with milk or dark chocolate chips.
1 cup chopped pecans Provides a satisfying crunch; walnuts or peanuts are great substitutes.
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut Contributes to the chewy texture; unsweetened coconut can be used for a less sweet option.
1 can sweetened condensed milk Binds the layers while adding sweetness; low-fat versions work but avoid fat-free for best results.

Equipment

13x9-inch baking pan
mixing bowl
spatula

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 13x9-inch baking pan with aluminum foil and grease it.
In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press this mixture into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8 minutes.
Scatter chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and flaked coconut evenly over the hot crust; add an additional cup of chocolate chips on top.
Drizzle sweetened condensed milk over the layered mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let the bars cool on a wire rack for about 2 hours before cutting them into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Press crust firmly and allow bars to cool completely before slicing for the best results.

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